New Zealand Diploma in Business (Accounting Strand) (Level 5)

Graduates of this qualification with the Accounting strand will be able to apply in-depth accounting and finance knowledge and skills to inform operational business decisions in a variety of business entities in accounting and business roles. Graduates may also be able to contribute to community groups in volunteer accounting functions.

Application criteria

To apply, you must be at least 16 years old when the programme begins, or provide a completed Early Release Exemption.

You’ll also need to meet one of the following:

• NCEA Level 2, including:
  • 8 literacy credits at Level 2 or above
  • 14 numeracy credits at Level 1 or above
• An equivalent qualification, or
• An approved Level 3 or higher qualification with a relevant pathway

Special admission

If you don’t meet the standard entry requirements but believe you’re prepared to study at this level, you may apply for discretionary admission.

You’ll need to demonstrate that you have the ability and preparation to succeed in the programme. Admission decisions are made at the discretion of the relevant academic authority.

Language and literacy requirements

All applicants must demonstrate the language and literacy skills required for the programme, equivalent to 8 NCEA literacy credits at Level 2 or above.

If you can’t provide this evidence, you may be asked to demonstrate your ability through an approved proficiency test or an equivalent recognised under NZQA requirements.

English language requirements

International applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency:

• IELTS Academic: 5.5 overall, with no band below 5.0, from one test taken within the previous two years, or
• An equivalent English language qualification accepted under NZQA requirements

Programme-specific requirements

There are no additional programme-specific entry requirements.

To satisfactorily complete the New Zealand Diploma in Business (with strands in Accounting, Administration and Technology, Leadership and Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing and Sales, and Project Management) (Level 5), and be awarded this qualification the student must successfully achieve:

• A minimum of 120 credits in accordance with the programme schedule for the New Zealand Diploma in Business (with strands in Accounting, Administration and Technology, Leadership and Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing and Sales, and Project Management) (Level 5).
• The student will normally be expected to complete the New Zealand Diploma in Business (with strands in Accounting, Administration and Technology, Leadership and Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing and Sales, and Project Management) (Level 5) full-time over 1 year or part-time over a maximum of 5 years.

Please Note: Students failing to engage in study as per programme requirements may forfeit zero fees entitlement.

Graduates may progress to:

• New Zealand Diploma in Business (with strands in Accounting, Administration and Technology, Leadership and Management, and Māori Business and Management) (Level 6)
• Bachelor of Accounting (year 2, level 6)
• Business qualifications at degree level
• Relevant industry or professional qualifications at Level 6 or above.

Award of this qualification with the Accounting strand may equip graduates towards achievement of the academic requirements for CAANZ’s Accounting Technicians College.